Join us for a fascinating conversation with David Margolick, an acclaimed journalist and cultural historian, as he reflects on his remarkable career and introduces his latest book, When Caesar Was King: How Sid Caesar Reinvented American Comedy. Margolick spent years writing for The New York Times, including covering major legal affairs such as the O.J. Simpson trial, and continues today as a contributing editor at Vanity Fair. A four-time Pulitzer Prize nominee, he is the author of numerous celebrated books that explore the currents of American culture and public life. His newest work is a true passion project: a deep, affectionate portrait of Sid Caesar, brought to life through interviews with many of America’s most influential comedians, all of whom trace their creative DNA back to Caesar’s groundbreaking impact on comedy.
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